Archive · 26 Oct 2025
J&K CM Omar Abdullah Advocates Quality & Innovation in Education
The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, wants higher education to be better.
He spoke about this at a conference.
He wants schools to focus on making students ready for jobs, not just memorizing facts.
Abdullah praised students for creating cool inventions, like a car starter that uses fingerprints and sensors for detecting dangerous gases.
He said the National Education Policy helps students create their own degrees and encourages them to solve real-world problems.
He also highlighted programs like 'Colleges on Wheels' and the importance of schools getting accredited to show they are high-quality.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasized quality and innovation in higher education.
He spoke at the National Education Policy (NEP) Conclave-2025 in Srinagar.
Abdullah highlighted the shift from rote learning to a more dynamic, learner-centric approach.
He praised student innovation, citing examples of practical solutions to everyday problems.
He encouraged institutions to seek NAAC accreditation for academic excellence.
- Who
- Omar Abdullah, J&K Chief Minister
- What
- Called for quality and innovation in higher education.
- When
- Saturday (implied in the source)
- Where
- Amar Singh College, Srinagar
- Why
- To promote a more dynamic, learner-centric approach to education.
- Event
- National Education Policy Conclave-2025
- Location
- Amar Singh College, Srinagar
- Focus
- Quality and Innovation in Higher Education
- Key Initiative
- Colleges on Wheels